Roaring Creek 1.12.19

This hike was nearly seven miles at Roaring Creek. The hike is fairly strenuous due to a climb of a few hundred feet on the outgoing leg of the in and out hike.                                              

During our climb toward the top we took a side trail trip to the north to look at an area that rock climbers use. This  probably added almost a mile to our hike.

Although the weather was overcast and cool ( low 40's), the hike was very pleasant (no wind or rain).

We enjoyed a nice lunch while relaxing on the bluff rim  and viewing the Tennessee river valley to the north and east. In the background  the near edge of the Appalachians can be seen.  

Our walk back  to the parking lot was as pleasant (all downhill) as the hike up to the bluff. The hikers today were Don, Carolyn, Tom, and John.  Here are a few pictures.  Click here.  To see a couple of videos, click here.